Judge drops charges against Bucky Covington

When singer Bucky Covington and his family were accused of stealing $1,500 from a concert promoter in Florida earlier this summer, the former American Idol contestant vehemently denied involvement.

“I nor my brother would ever steal anything from anyone,” Covington said at the time. “When the real truth is released … me and my family will be vindicated.”

The judge in the case apparently believed him. All charges against Covington have been dropped.

“After a review of the information and evidence presented, the prosecutor determined that there was insufficient evidence to prove the charges against Mr. Covington beyond a reasonable doubt at trial,” USA TODAY quoted the Florida State Attorney General’s Office as saying.

With the fiasco behind him, Covington can refocus his attention on a slew of live concert dates and finishing up a new album.